M/S. Gujarat Cypromet Ltd vs Union Of India & Others

The Supreme Court held that the deduction of 50% from the sale proceeds of unclaimed cargo by the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust was justified under the Major Port Trusts Act, 1963, specifically Sections 61 and 62, which govern the sale of unclaimed goods. The Court affirmed that the Port Trust's actions were in line with its statutory functions to prevent congestion and facilitate international trade. The appellant was permitted to seek ordinary civil remedies for any grievances regarding the sale expenses, as the High Court's dismissal of the writ petition was upheld.